Mediterranean Chia Pudding with Yogurt Recipe

Mediterranean breakfast chia pudding with yogurt in a glass bowl.

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Mediterranean Chia Pudding with Yogurt Recipe

With 34g of protein, this savory chia pudding combines Greek yogurt, chickpeas, and roasted red peppers for a healthy Mediterranean breakfast.

Prep Time30

Cook Time0

Total Time30

Course: Breakfast, Side Dish, Snack

Cuisine: Vegan

Diet: Vegan, Vegetarian

Servings: serving

Calories: 503kcal

Author: Nisha Melvani

Equipment

Box grater

Ingredients

2 tablespoons chia seeds
½ cup unsweetened Greek-style yogurt or yogurt of choice (see note)
½ cup unsweetened nondairy milk plus more as needed
½ cup cooked chickpeas mashed
½ cup grated cucumber or zucchini, squeezed dry
3 tablespoons chopped roasted red peppers from jar, rinsed (optional)
1 tablespoons pumpkin seeds roughly chopped
3 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
1 small lemon zest and juice, plus more to taste
1 clove garlic
Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Soak chia seeds: In a medium bowl, whisk together the chia seeds, soy milk, and yogurt until well combined. Let it sit for 15 to 20 minutes (or refrigerate overnight) to thicken into a creamy base. Stir once or twice to prevent clumping.
Prepare the cucumber, bell peppers, pumpkin seeds, and parsley. Mash the cooked chickpeas.
Combine: Stir the chickpeas, grated cucumber, chopped roasted peppers, chopped pumpkin seeds, lemon juice, zest, and parsley. Grate the garlic into the mixture. Mix well to combine.
Season with salt, pepper, and more lemon juice to taste.

Notes

Optional add-ins to boost flavor: harissa, tahini, Tajin, olive oil, capers, olives, cumin, or paprika.

Meal prep for a healthy lunch, snack, or breakfast! Add the cucumber beforehand, or for serving, to keep it extra fresh!

For the highest protein, use unsweetened Greek-style yogurt, or any Greek yogurt. To make this recipe vegan, use a plant-based Greek-style yogurt made from soy or almond milk; these varieties are high in protein and hold up well without separating. If using a thinner yogurt, reduce the amount of milk.

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